HANALEI GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Hanalei’s 90-Minute Surf Primer: Learn to Ride Wave and Etiquette with Aloha Surfing School
A focused, 90-minute group lesson in Hanalei that begins with on-land safety and warm-up before moving into guided time in the water with board and rashguard provided.
Hanalei’s 90-Minute Surf Primer: Learn to Ride Wave and Etiquette with Aloha Surfing School.
Set on the shore at Hanalei, Aloha Surfing School’s 90 Minute Group Surf Lessons compress the essential first steps of surfing into a single, structured session. The lesson opens with safety and etiquette instruction on land and proceeds into the water with an instructor, with surfboard and rashguard rental included to keep logistics simple for participants.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Concise, Safety-First Coaching
The lesson begins with a focused safety and etiquette briefing and warm-up on land, setting expectations before entering the surf so students can make the most of the time in the water.
Gear Included and Accessible
Board and rashguard rental are included with the lesson, and Aloha Surfing School also makes affordable surf equipment available to its community for those who need extras.
On-Site Convenience
Beyond instruction and equipment, the school supports students with practical needs—sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, and refreshments are available through the Aloha Surfing School community.
What the day feels like
What the 90 Minutes Feels Like
The session is compact and purposeful: a short on-land orientation to safety and wave etiquette followed by guided time in the surf using a provided board and rashguard. The structure is designed to move students from instruction to practice within a single 90-minute window.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this lesson is right for — and who should sit this one out.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The lesson runs for 90 minutes.
Bring swimwear and personal sunscreen; the school provides a surfboard and rashguard with the lesson and offers additional surf gear and sun-protective items on site.
Meet at 5-5190 Kuhio Hwy A, Hanalei, HI 96714 US for check-in and equipment distribution.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the lesson?
The group lesson is 90 minutes long.
What is included with the lesson?
A surfboard and rashguard rental are included with the lesson.
Is there an age minimum?
Yes — participants must be at least 6 years old.
Do I need to be able to swim?
All surfers must know how to swim.
What does the lesson structure look like?
The lesson includes a 15-minute safety and etiquette instruction and warm-up on land followed by the in-water surf session.
Where do we meet for the lesson?
Meet at the Aloha Surfing School location at 5-5190 Kuhio Hwy A in Hanalei for check-in and equipment distribution.